Swap Tilbury Port for a private Black Cab tour of London’s icons. From St Paul’s Cathedral and historic Fleet Street pubs to the landmarks of Westminster, enjoy a guided walk with a dedicated cab on standby for your total comfort. Discover the city’s secrets and riverside views before a perfectly timed return to your ship.

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Join your personal London guide, a qualified cabbie with a wealth of knowledge, for a leisurely 3-hour walk through the heart of the City. I’ll tell you stories about the wonderful buildings we will visit on our travels, starting outside St Paul's Cathedral, visiting the Churchyard (interior tickets required), discovering interesting architecture, parks, and unique pubs along the way as we walk along the historic River Thames taking in beautiful gardens and historic sights.

Tilbury to Central London

Step off your ship and straight into a classic London icon. We’ll meet you right at Tilbury Port in your own private Black Cab for a seamless and comfortable transfer to the heart of the capital. Your driver, Shane Healy—a qualified Westminster Guide—knows these streets better than anyone and will point out a few interesting snippets and landmarks as the city unfolds during your journey.

Guide and cabbie standing by the black taxi.

Upon arrival, you’ll meet your dedicated guide, Lee Cooper, to begin your exploration of London’s historic streets. Although this is primarily a walking tour, you have the unique advantage of having Shane and the cab remain on hand throughout the tour. This provides peace of mind and flexibility; you can hop back into the cab for a quick rest, whisk away to a landmark slightly further afield, or easily navigate areas where steps and uneven pavement might pose a challenge. Whether you choose to follow Lee’s expert route or customise your own, you have the ultimate support team to ensure you see London exactly how you want to.

Close up of one of Landseer's lion statues

Let's Tour London

There’s lots of interesting things to see and photograph on our travels. As well as St Paul’s we’ll soak up London views from a rooftop view point, visit St Bride’s Church (the inspiration for the tiered wedding cake), Victoria Embankment Gardens, the River Thames, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column, the Houses of Parliament and other Westminster landmarks. You'll learn about the people who shaped London, the events that have taken place here, and the secrets that lie hidden in plain sight.

We’ll walk along Fleet Street, the historical home of British newspapers and visit some of the area's oldest and most famous pubs including the 17th-century Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, the Punch Tavern and the ornate Blackfriar pub. We’ll proceed along the River Thames footpath taking in some of the beautiful gardens along the way.

Evening across the Thames from Southbank with pink sky.

Your tour will end at Westminster—the bustling governmental area. This is a great opportunity to see the best of London in a relaxed and informative way. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, you're sure to learn something new on this walk.

Return to Tilbury

After your London experience, Shane will escort you back to Tilbury Port. We'll coordinate the return journey to ensure you arrive with plenty of time before your ship sails.

Accessibility: Shane's London Black Cab is wheelchair-accessible and can enter areas where regular cars are restricted.
Bespoke Experience: This tour is fully customisable. We can adjust the route, add specific stops, or blend elements from our other tours to suit your interests.
Luggage: If you are finishing your cruise and staying in London, this itinerary is available as a Tilbury Hotel Transfer Tour, including secure luggage transportation.
Larger Groups: For parties larger than five, please contact us to arrange additional transport and receive a custom quote.
Tour Details: The walking portion is approximately three hours. We recommend comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing.

Duration: 5 hours
Type: Shore Excursion
Price: £490 (up to 5 guests). Prices do not include attraction tickets.
Languages: English
Pick up: Pick up & drop off - Tilbury (London International Cruise Terminal)

Pick up: Tilbury (London International Cruise Terminal)

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St Paul's Cathedral

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St Paul's Churchyard

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One New Change or Fen Court viewing areas: See the City's skyscrapers such as The Cheesegrater, Gherkin and Shard

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St Bride’s Church

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Victoria Embankment Gardens

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Fleet Street

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Historic English pubs including Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, Punch Tavern, and The Blackfriar

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River Thames walk

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Westminster

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Trafalgar Square

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Houses of Parliament & Big Ben

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Westminster Abbey

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Drop off: Tilbury (London International Cruise Terminal)